Asymmetric Regulatory Pressures: EU AI Act vs. US Tech Competition
INTRODUCTION Italian startups—particularly in AI, deep tech, and aerospace (sectors driving Italy’s most prominent funding rounds)—face a widening regulatory divide.
Corporate Strategy
Practical insights on corporate strategy for international companies.
This category brings together analysis, tools, and practical frameworks for companies navigating growth, expansion, and organizational change across international markets.
Topics covered include:
- Corporate Strategy fundamentals
Vision, strategic priorities, and performance KPIs. - Market entry and go-to-market execution
Practical approaches for EU ↔ US expansion. - M&A, partnerships, and integration
Strategic alliances, transactions, and post-deal execution. - Operating model and organizational design
Governance, roles, decision-making, and management cadence. - Performance dashboards and strategy reviews
Tools to monitor execution and support strategic adjustment.
You’ll find briefings, checklists, and real-world examples designed to help translate strategic intent into measurable business results.
Strategic Alliances: Italian Start-Ups Reducing the Risk of Technological Know-How Expropriation
INTRODUCTION Private investment from overseas is vital to sustaining Italian start-ups and innovation. However, it is also a method for
A Successful Corporate Strategy in an Organization Is Shaped by Integrity and Ethical Values
INTRODUCTION In my professional experience I have worked for companies where integrity and ethical values were downgraded to mere compliance
Corporate Structuring for U.S. Investment in Italy: What to Decide Before Launching Operations
INTRODUCTION For U.S. investors, launching operations in Italy requires careful navigation of Italian civil law, tax regulations, and administrative procedures.
ENTERING THE U.S. THROUGH DISTRIBUTION PARTNERS: How To Assess Channel Strategy Before Building a Direct Presence
INTRODUCTION Entering the U.S. market through distribution partners requires selecting well-connected, industry-specific partners with proven track records. Selecting partners who
Choosing the Right U.S. State for Expansion: A Decision Framework for Corporate Location Strategy
INTRODUCTION Choosing the right U.S. state for expansion requires a data-driven framework prioritizing access to qualified talent, pro-business policies, and
U.S. Market Entry Execution Plan: How to Move from Initial Assessment to Operational Launch
INTRODUCTION Executing a U.S. market entry requires moving from high-level strategic assessments to concrete, localized operational steps. A successful, phased
THE FIRM STUCK IN THE MIDDLE: Why is a Fundamental Strategic Decision Needed?
INTRODUCTION In his book Competitive Strategy, Michael Porter defines a firm stuck in the middle, as a firm that is
Recent Regulatory Issues in the United States and the European Union – February 2026
Introduction: As of February 2026, European corporate strategy is dominated by the need to navigate a “make-or-break” year for economic
BUSINESS STRATEGY (Navigating the Uncertainty of the Current Economy)
INTRODUCTION Business strategy comes with a price. The current economic instability and geopolitical changes lead us to answer the question